Podcasts about Vox Continental

Our episode features Jonathan Rundman, singer/songwriter from Minneapolis, who has a new Americana rock and roll album called "Waves". It is a fascinating and fun talk about 80's rock music, The Silos and the circle of friends that includes Cracker, The Vulgar Boatmen, and all they that have influenced.  If you dig 80s rock, his tales are what you might want. We talk about Bob Seger, the Rainmakers, The Hooters, and lots more. Born and raised in the isolated Finnish-American communities of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, and now based in Minneapolis, Rundman twists smart, cinematic, rock and roll lyrics, pop hooks, and garage attitude into his songs.   In addition to his solo career, Rundman tours and records as keyboardist for legendary New York City-based Americana/rock band The Silos. Rundman released his first new album in ten years in April, 2025 and is on a Midwest tour opening for the Silos. For the past decade he's been touring and recording with Walter Salas-Humara and The Silos.   The pre-release single from the album, “Elizabeth, Don't Waste Your Breath” was co-written with Salas-Humara and the second single from the record, “Let's Put On An Opera”, champions the artistic process, backed by vintage analog keyboards from the 1960s, including a Wurlitzer electric piano, a Vox Continental organ, and a real tape-powered Chamberlin. His producer, Ron Gomez, told Jonathan that he should record some interstitial music, instrumental pieces that weave in between the songs. "We talked about albums we liked, featuring these kinds of moments, like the acoustic transition after the song 'Nights of Mystery' by the Georgia Satellites. Referencing "Nights of Mystery"?  I'm all in. That's what I needed to hear. You like the Vulgar Boatmen? Del Fuegos? Replacements? Gear Daddies? Cracker? A little Elvis Costello and Rockpile? You need to be in too. www.rockpoandroll.com email the show: rockpoprollpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @rockpopandroll

S4-Ep.1 The Doors-Self-Titled Release (Elektra) Released January 4, 1967, Recorded August of 1966 Elektra Records  The Doors is a groundbreaking debut album that blends rock, blues, jazz, and psychedelia with a unique poetic sensibility, largely driven by Jim Morrison's dark, introspective lyrics. Recorded in just six days, the album features a distinctive sound, notably Ray Manzarek's Vox Continental organ, Robby Krieger's flamenco-inspired guitar work, and John Densmore's jazzy drum style. Key tracks like "Light My Fire," with its iconic organ riff and extended solos, and "Break On Through (To the Other Side)," with its rebellious energy, set the stage for the band's rise to fame. The album's fusion of musical styles, alongside Morrison's mysticism and philosophical themes, made it an instant classic, peaking at #2 on the U.S. charts. While not all tracks are equally memorable, The Doors established the band as one of rock music's most innovative and influential forces during the 1960s. Signature Tracks Discussed "Light My Fire," "Break On Through (To The Other Side)"   "The End"  Playlists: YouTube Playlist, Spotify Playlist 

What if your Amazon packages could talk? What if they had palpitating, expectant hearts as they sped to your house? And, what a let down, after you'd ripped them open, shredded them, and left them for the recycler. What ingratitude, after their selfless commitment to your happiness.Tool-maker, turned bassist Gary Unwin brings this anthropomorphic idea to life, abetted by lead singer and Vox Continental organist Brian Bennett. Here, courtesy of the Hi Fi's, a busy, up and coming band of wannabe British invaders plying their rock n roll trade in Germany (as the Silver Beetles had done before them) - you get all the cringy, crooning drama (along with thumping timpani) you could want - and it's TNT.I discovered this diamond on an obscure Star-Club singles vinyl collection that Rich sent me after I bought my new turntable, and it captivated me from the first play. Of all the possible lyrical manifestations, a monologue delivered by a cardboard box, once lovingly wrapped and sent by one ardent lover to another via “the parcel farm,” and then abandoned, was beyond unexpected… and, just what I needed.

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It's Episode 35 of the microKAST! This time we shared a #brew with a special guest from VOX's UK arm of the R&D department, Phil Scarffe. He explained to us the inner workings of KORG's NuTube technology and how it is implemented in KORG & Vox products including the volca nubass and VOX Continental. It's also time to catch up on the latest Downloads and GearGoggles. 

On her sultry and soulful debut EP What We Had, Rebecca draws from a fresh whirlwind of classic and contemporary influences.With every swaying breeze of her distinctive voice, the multi-talented artist makes each track an opportunity to dream, love and reminisce wistfully about beautiful times gone by. She weaves this laid back magic over old school soul.Renowned producer Jason Miles adds his retro sounds on the Fender Rhodes, Vox Continental and Wurlitzer. “I really appreciate the opportunity to work with Jason and so many incredible musicians in making the dream of recording my first full-fledged project. Their incredible musicianship and craftsmanship inspired me every time I was in the studio.”After opening the EP with a dreamy and sensual twist on Hoagy Carmichael’s rarely covered gem “Winter Moon,” Rebecca keeps the sense of traveling nostalgia going with “What We Had.” This lush and graceful look back at a joyful romance was penned by Rebecca, her father Dennis and guitarist Jonah Prendergast. Rebecca and Dennis also co-wrote the set’s other original “Feel Alive,” a charming declaration of love and how it changes the heart. Also included on the EP is Rebecca’s 2016 single of "Jet Samba,” marking the first time legendary Brazilian composer Marcos Valle’s 2005 instrumental hit was recorded as a vocal. The track received a 4 star review in the January issue of the United Kingdom's premier jazz publication, Jazz Journal. "Angel's vocal and her band's combined musicality masters the jazz samba and pop fusions perfectly…An expressive EP taster.”-Jason Balzarano“Whether I’m performing live or recording, I’ve always been driven by my desire to evoke a meaningful emotional response.It’s all about connecting with people and bringing them together to make them feel they’re not alone. Music has always been part of how I think and do things in my life, and moving forward, I simply want to touch these audiences with the stories I tell.”Paving the way for Rebecca’s emergence as an artist in her own right, the 22-year old singer performed gigswith her father’s band at NYC hotspots including The Iridium,The Metropolitan Room and Café Noctambulo. “My dad has had a huge impact on my taste musically. Growing up he would play Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis and the Beatles on my car rides to school. I loved it all.”Rebecca recently graduated with a degree in Vocal Jazz Studies from Ithaca College. She credits her immersive studies withgiving her the practical skills to develop her individually inspired style.A production of LIU Public Radio. Visit us at WCWP.org

On her sultry and soulful debut EP What We Had, Rebecca draws from a fresh whirlwind of classic and contemporary influences. With every swaying breeze of her distinctive voice, the multi-talented artist makes each track an opportunity to dream, love and reminisce wistfully about beautiful times gone by. She weaves this laid back magic over old school soul.Renowned producer Jason Miles adds his retro sounds on the Fender Rhodes, Vox Continental and Wurlitzer. “I really appreciate the opportunity to work with Jason and so many incredible musicians in making the dream of recording my first full-fledged project. Their incredible musicianship and craftsmanship inspired me every time I was in the studio.” After opening the EP with a dreamy and sensual twist on Hoagy Carmichael’s rarely covered gem “Winter Moon,” Rebecca keeps the sense of traveling nostalgia going with “What We Had.” This lush and graceful look back at a joyful romance was penned by Rebecca, her father Dennis and guitarist Jonah Prendergast. Rebecca and Dennis also co-wrote the set’s other original “Feel Alive,” a charming declaration of love and how it changes the heart. Also included on the EP is Rebecca’s 2016 single of "Jet Samba,” marking the first time legendary Brazilian composer Marcos Valle’s 2005 instrumental hit was recorded as a vocal. The track received a 4 star review in the January issue of the United Kingdom's premier jazz publication, Jazz Journal. "Angel's vocal and her band's combined musicality masters the jazz samba and pop fusions perfectly…An expressive EP taster.”-Jason Balzarano “Whether I’m performing live or recording, I’ve always been driven by my desire to evoke a meaningful emotional response.It’s all about connecting with people and bringing them together to make them feel they’re not alone. Music has always been part of how I think and do things in my life, and moving forward, I simply want to touch these audiences with the stories I tell.” Paving the way for Rebecca’s emergence as an artist in her own right, the 22-year old singer performed gigswith her father’s band at NYC hotspots including The Iridium,The Metropolitan Room and Café Noctambulo. “My dad has had a huge impact on my taste musically. Growing up he would play Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis and the Beatles on my car rides to school. I loved it all.” Rebecca recently graduated with a degree in Vocal Jazz Studies from Ithaca College. She credits her immersive studies withgiving her the practical skills to develop her individually inspired style. A production of LIU Public Radio. Visit us at WCWP.org

On her sultry and soulful debut EP What We Had, Rebecca draws from a fresh whirlwind of classic and contemporary influences. With every swaying breeze of her distinctive voice, the multi-talented artist makes each track an opportunity to dream, love and reminisce wistfully about beautiful times gone by. She weaves this laid back magic over old school soul.Renowned producer Jason Miles adds his retro sounds on the Fender Rhodes, Vox Continental and Wurlitzer. “I really appreciate the opportunity to work with Jason and so many incredible musicians in making the dream of recording my first full-fledged project. Their incredible musicianship and craftsmanship inspired me every time I was in the studio.” After opening the EP with a dreamy and sensual twist on Hoagy Carmichael’s rarely covered gem “Winter Moon,” Rebecca keeps the sense of traveling nostalgia going with “What We Had.” This lush and graceful look back at a joyful romance was penned by Rebecca, her father Dennis and guitarist Jonah Prendergast. Rebecca and Dennis also co-wrote the set’s other original “Feel Alive,” a charming declaration of love and how it changes the heart. Also included on the EP is Rebecca’s 2016 single of "Jet Samba,” marking the first time legendary Brazilian composer Marcos Valle’s 2005 instrumental hit was recorded as a vocal. The track received a 4 star review in the January issue of the United Kingdom's premier jazz publication, Jazz Journal. "Angel's vocal and her band's combined musicality masters the jazz samba and pop fusions perfectly…An expressive EP taster.”-Jason Balzarano "Whether I’m performing live or recording, I’ve always been driven by my desire to evoke a meaningful emotional response.It’s all about connecting with people and bringing them together to make them feel they’re not alone. Music has always been part of how I think and do things in my life, and moving forward, I simply want to touch these audiences with the stories I tell.” Paving the way for Rebecca’s emergence as an artist in her own right, the 22-year old singer performed gigs with her father’s band at NYC hotspots including The Iridium,The Metropolitan Room and Café Noctambulo. “My dad has had a huge impact on my taste musically. Growing up he would play Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis and the Beatles on my car rides to school. I loved it all.” Rebecca recently graduated with a degree in Vocal Jazz Studies from Ithaca College. She credits her immersive studies with giving her the practical skills to develop her individually inspired style.    

Dolly Parton [00:23] a side: "9 to 5" b side: "Sing for the Common Man" RCA Records PB-12133 1980 What a way indeed. Dolly was only the second woman to top both the Country and Hot 100 charts, the first being Jeannie C Riley with Harper Valley PTA. Cliff Jackson and the Naturals [06:56] a side: "Nine Below Zero" b side: "Up the Wall" Midnight Sun MS-2 The Sonny Boy Williamson classic. ? and the Mysterians [12:22] a side: "96 Tears" b side: "Midnight Hour" Cameo Records C-428 1966 Damn fine stuff. too many tear drops, not enough Vox Continental. Nena [17:31] a side: "99 Luftaballons" b side: "99 Red Balloons" Epic Records 34-04108 1983 In case you're wondering, the German lyrics are better. Badfinger [26:13] a side: "No Matter What" b side: "Carry On Till Tomorrow" Apple Records 1822 1970 Some great stereo guitars going on here, plus some great Leslie/Rotovibe stuff. And the b-side is the theme song from the film The Magic Christian. Evidentally there is a Def Leppard cover of "No Matter What", but you'll have to go find that yourself. Bazan and Deerhoof [33:07] a side: "No One Asked Bazan to Dance" b side: "Gas and Matches" Polyvinyl Records PRC9132 2012 A pretty wonderful appropriation of Deerhoof by Dave Bazan on the a-side. Lovely translucent blue vinyl. FIDLAR [40:01] a side: "No Waves" b side: "No Ass" MOM + POP MP054 2012 Don't we all want a perfect left and a sunset shore. Whitey on the Moon UK [43:47] a side: "noam chomsky spring break/forty dollar rug" b side: "flippin' bump with goldie/sailing by night" Isota Records sody013 2002 Gettin trippy with Whitey, which would eventually become Department of Eagles. Music behing the DJ: "Match Game Theme"

Con motivo del lanzamiento (doble) que realiza la banda BIRKINS de 'You are not alone' repasamos la historia y gestación de 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars' de 1972. Birkins recrea el disco con un montón de músicos nacionales e internacionales que os detallamos abajo. Por favor, visita birkins.bandcamp.com y hazte con tu copia de 'You are not alone' . 01- Five Years (con Álvaro Suite) Álvaro Suite, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarra barítono, Farfisa, Polysix, Omnichord, trompas, Theremin Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en El Nido del Cuervo, Sevilla, por Álvaro Suite. 02- Soul Love (con Pablo Errea) Pablo Errea, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en el Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Pablo Errea. 03- Moonage Daydream (con Julián Maeso) Julián Maeso, voz, Hammond b3, Moog, clavinet y calabaza africana Carolina García, coros Rami Jaffee, piano, Mellotron Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra barítono Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Totó Noriega, congas, pandereta, shaker Grabaciones adicionales en el Hospital Psiquiátrico por Julián Maeso. Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, y en East West Studio, Studio 1 lounge, Hollywood, California por Rami Jaffee Grabaciones adicionales en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, por Totó Noriega. 04- Starman (con Ran Pink) Ran Pink, voz Tal Pink, coros Joaquín Pascual, piano, sinte Chris Carmichael, cuerdas Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, piano “gimmick”, sinte “gimmick” Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, por Ran Pink. Grabaciones adicionales en Albacete, por Joaquín Pascual Grabaciones adicionales en Stonehurst, Bowling Green, Kentucky, por Chris Carmichael. 05- It Ain't Easy (con Mikel Erentxun) Mikel Erentxun, voz Cristina Santana, coros Rami Jaffee, Mellotron Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, coros Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, por Rami Jaffee. Grabaciones adicionales en Moon River Studio, Santander, por Fernando Macaya 06- Lady Stardust (con Muni Camón) Muni Camón, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, Mellotron y vibráfono Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Paco Loco Studio, Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Paco Loco 07- Star (con Ken Stringfellow) Ken Stringfellow, voz Sari Montelongo, coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra de 12 cuerdas, Vox Continental Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Le Son du Blé, Tours, Francia, por Ken Stringfellow 08- Hang On To Yourself (con Paco Loco) Paco Loco, voz Cristina Santana, voz Justin Adams, solo de guitarra final Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, lap steel Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Paco Loco Studio, Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Paco Loco Grabaciones adicionales en Black Earth, Bath, Inglaterra, por Justin Adams 09- Ziggy Stardust (con Javier de Torres) Javier de Torres, voz y coros Sergio Casquero, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, Vox Continental, cuerdas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Audiomatic, Madrid, por Manuel Pájaro 10- Suffragette City (con Luis Prado) Luis Prado, voz y coros, piano Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en RPM Estudios, La Cañada (Paterna), Valencia, por Roger García 11- Rock 'n' Roll Suicide (con Jonathan Donahue y Lyla Foy) Jonathan Donahue, voz Lyla Foy, voz ‘wonderful’ Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra barítono, piano, Oberheim, Polysix, Mellotron, Omnichord, trompas, arpegiadores, Theremin Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Woodstock, Nueva York, por Jonathan Donahue Grabaciones adicionales en Londres, Inglaterra, por Lyla Foy

Con motivo del lanzamiento (doble) que realiza la banda BIRKINS de 'You are not alone' repasamos la historia y gestación de 'The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars' de 1972. Birkins recrea el disco con un montón de músicos nacionales e internacionales que os detallamos abajo. Por favor, visita birkins.bandcamp.com y hazte con tu copia de 'You are not alone' . 01- Five Years (con Álvaro Suite) Álvaro Suite, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarra barítono, Farfisa, Polysix, Omnichord, trompas, Theremin Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en El Nido del Cuervo, Sevilla, por Álvaro Suite. 02- Soul Love (con Pablo Errea) Pablo Errea, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en el Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Pablo Errea. 03- Moonage Daydream (con Julián Maeso) Julián Maeso, voz, Hammond b3, Moog, clavinet y calabaza africana Carolina García, coros Rami Jaffee, piano, Mellotron Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra barítono Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Totó Noriega, congas, pandereta, shaker Grabaciones adicionales en el Hospital Psiquiátrico por Julián Maeso. Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, y en East West Studio, Studio 1 lounge, Hollywood, California por Rami Jaffee Grabaciones adicionales en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, por Totó Noriega. 04- Starman (con Ran Pink) Ran Pink, voz Tal Pink, coros Joaquín Pascual, piano, sinte Chris Carmichael, cuerdas Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, piano “gimmick”, sinte “gimmick” Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, por Ran Pink. Grabaciones adicionales en Albacete, por Joaquín Pascual Grabaciones adicionales en Stonehurst, Bowling Green, Kentucky, por Chris Carmichael. 05- It Ain't Easy (con Mikel Erentxun) Mikel Erentxun, voz Cristina Santana, coros Rami Jaffee, Mellotron Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, coros Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Fonogenic Studios, Van Nuys, California, por Rami Jaffee. Grabaciones adicionales en Moon River Studio, Santander, por Fernando Macaya 06- Lady Stardust (con Muni Camón) Muni Camón, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, Mellotron y vibráfono Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Paco Loco Studio, Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Paco Loco 07- Star (con Ken Stringfellow) Ken Stringfellow, voz Sari Montelongo, coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra de 12 cuerdas, Vox Continental Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Le Son du Blé, Tours, Francia, por Ken Stringfellow 08- Hang On To Yourself (con Paco Loco) Paco Loco, voz Cristina Santana, voz Justin Adams, solo de guitarra final Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, lap steel Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en Paco Loco Studio, Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, por Paco Loco Grabaciones adicionales en Black Earth, Bath, Inglaterra, por Justin Adams 09- Ziggy Stardust (con Javier de Torres) Javier de Torres, voz y coros Sergio Casquero, voz y coros Alby Ramírez, guitarras acústicas y eléctricas, Vox Continental, cuerdas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Audiomatic, Madrid, por Manuel Pájaro 10- Suffragette City (con Luis Prado) Luis Prado, voz y coros, piano Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería César Martel, trompeta Elio Moreno, saxo tenor Grabaciones adicionales en RPM Estudios, La Cañada (Paterna), Valencia, por Roger García 11- Rock 'n' Roll Suicide (con Jonathan Donahue y Lyla Foy) Jonathan Donahue, voz Lyla Foy, voz ‘wonderful’ Alby Ramírez, guitarras eléctricas, guitarra barítono, piano, Oberheim, Polysix, Mellotron, Omnichord, trompas, arpegiadores, Theremin Rafa Daza, bajo Sergio Miró, batería Grabaciones adicionales en Woodstock, Nueva York, por Jonathan Donahue Grabaciones adicionales en Londres, Inglaterra, por Lyla Foy

Robert Berry has managed to survive in the treacherous minefield that is the music business and flourished as a performer, songwriter and producer. It seems he's done it all. While he may be best known as the vocalist/bass player in the ELP spinoff, 3, with Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer, Berry impressive list of credits include a stint fronting Ambrosia, and long running affiliations with Alliance, December People, and the Greg Kihn Band. Berry has released 5 solo albums, contributed to a number of high-profile tribute albums and has an impressive track record in the studio. He grew up in a musical family in what would become Northern California’s Silicon Valley. It didn’t take long before he appropriated a Vox Continental organ from his father’s music store. By the time he was a freshman in high school, his group had released a single that went on to become a regional favorite. Although he denies it, according to his school mates, Berry was known as his school’s first full-fledged rock star. His bands became solid fixtures on the Bay Area college and club circuit, where they worked constantly. It was during this period that his interest in multi-track recording blossomed. Legend has it, Berry somehow finagled the very first Teac four-track recorder to arrive in the valley. It wasn’t long before he had written and recorded an experimental twenty-two song ‘rock opera’. As his quest for knowledge grew he managed to snag a part-time position as ‘assistant everything’ person at a busy San Jose recording studio. By the time he was a senior in high school he had acquired a reputation as a solid performer and in-demand studio musician. 2016 was a big year for Robert Berry as he met with pal Keith Emerson in Los Angeles to discuss a 30th anniversary release of the long awaited follow up to the debut 3 album. If that wasn’t enough, he co-wrote 11 all new songs, produced and played Rekihndled, the Greg Kihn Band's first studio album in over 20 years. The year 2017 was noteworthy for some major efforts. Early in the years, Berry, on bass and lead vocals joined with Terry Brock (GIANT, STRANGEWAYS) on lead vocals, Gary Pihl (BOSTON, SAMMY HAGAR, ALLIANCE) on guitar, and Matt Starr (ACE FREHLEY, MR. BIG) on drums, to form ALL 41. They release the band's debut album, "World's Best Hope". Simultaneously, he mounted a dedicated effort to complete his collaboration with Keith Emerson on the long awaited 3 follow up. That album, which took shape in 2016, was nearly shattered with the news of Keith Emerson tragic death. Ultimately and as a tribute to the friendship of Emerson and Berry, it somewhat painfully got back on track and is set for a summer of 2018 release date as 3.2 – The Rules Have Changed on Frontiers Music SRL. Robert's Website Robert's Facebook

Robert Berry has managed to survive in the treacherous minefield that is the music business and flourished as a performer, songwriter and producer. It seems he's done it all. While he may be best known as the vocalist/bass player in the ELP spinoff, 3, with Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer, Berry impressive list of credits include a stint fronting Ambrosia, and long running affiliations with Alliance, December People, and the Greg Kihn Band. Berry has released 5 solo albums, contributed to a number of high-profile tribute albums and has an impressive track record in the studio. He grew up in a musical family in what would become Northern California’s Silicon Valley. It didn’t take long before he appropriated a Vox Continental organ from his father’s music store. By the time he was a freshman in high school, his group had released a single that went on to become a regional favorite. Although he denies it, according to his school mates, Berry was known as his school’s first full-fledged rock star. His bands became solid fixtures on the Bay Area college and club circuit, where they worked constantly. It was during this period that his interest in multi-track recording blossomed. Legend has it, Berry somehow finagled the very first Teac four-track recorder to arrive in the valley. It wasn’t long before he had written and recorded an experimental twenty-two song ‘rock opera’. As his quest for knowledge grew he managed to snag a part-time position as ‘assistant everything’ person at a busy San Jose recording studio. By the time he was a senior in high school he had acquired a reputation as a solid performer and in-demand studio musician. 2016 was a big year for Robert Berry as he met with pal Keith Emerson in Los Angeles to discuss a 30th anniversary release of the long awaited follow up to the debut 3 album. If that wasn’t enough, he co-wrote 11 all new songs, produced and played Rekihndled, the Greg Kihn Band's first studio album in over 20 years. The year 2017 was noteworthy for some major efforts. Early in the years, Berry, on bass and lead vocals joined with Terry Brock (GIANT, STRANGEWAYS) on lead vocals, Gary Pihl (BOSTON, SAMMY HAGAR, ALLIANCE) on guitar, and Matt Starr (ACE FREHLEY, MR. BIG) on drums, to form ALL 41. They release the band's debut album, "World's Best Hope". Simultaneously, he mounted a dedicated effort to complete his collaboration with Keith Emerson on the long awaited 3 follow up. That album, which took shape in 2016, was nearly shattered with the news of Keith Emerson tragic death. Ultimately and as a tribute to the friendship of Emerson and Berry, it somewhat painfully got back on track and is set for a summer of 2018 release date as 3.2 – The Rules Have Changed on Frontiers Music SRL. Robert's Website Robert's Facebook

The latest jam-packed episode with a future product exclusive, an interview with John McCubbery VP of KORG Inc., Kronology on the VOX Continental, volca tips with Tony on rollerblades, the Name Game from 1962, Gear Goggles & LOADS of new gear!!

Doug Lubahn, bassist for the band Clear Light, also played bass for the Doors on three of their albums, Strange Days, Waiting For The Sun, and Soft Parade. On stage, the Doors didn't use a bassist. Keyboard wizard Ray Manzarek would provide the bass line using the lower register of his Vox Continental organ. In the studio however, the Doors relied on several session bassists. Doug was one of them. In fact, Doug was once offered a permanent position as the Doors' bassist.In this interview, we talk with Doug about his early days in the music business, his first major-league band, Clear Light, that band's glimpse of fame as they played a cameo role in the motion picture, The President's Analyst, and his day-to-day experiences working with the Doors, including his relationship with Jim Morrisson.